We Put A Forced Reset Trigger In Everything.... Heres What Happened

Published on April 30, 2025
Duration: 24:54

Micah Mayfield details extensive testing of Forced Reset Triggers (FRTs) across various firearm platforms, including AR-15 variants, PCCs, and a shotgun. The testing highlights critical compatibility issues related to Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) geometry and action types, with some platforms like the Daniel Defense PCC and LaRue AR-15 performing exceptionally well, while others like the PSA Jakl and Genesis Arms Gen 12 failed. The video also touches upon the legal standing of FRTs, emphasizing their distinction from machine guns.

Quick Summary

A Forced Reset Trigger (FRT) allows rapid firing by resetting the trigger with each shot, distinguishing it from a machine gun. Legal challenges have affirmed this distinction. Compatibility with FRTs depends heavily on the firearm's Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) geometry and its interaction with the trigger's trip mechanism.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Forced Reset Triggers (FRT)
  2. 01:36Firearm Lineup for Testing
  3. 05:13Testing: Daniel Defense PCC
  4. 06:20FRT Mechanics and Legality
  5. 09:53Testing: Q Boombox
  6. 11:47Testing: Piston Systems and Short Barrels
  7. 14:19Testing: LaRue AR-15
  8. 15:18Testing: PSA Jakl and LMT MARS-H
  9. 18:16Testing: Genesis Arms Gen 12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Forced Reset Trigger (FRT) and how does it differ from a machine gun?

A Forced Reset Trigger (FRT) is a firearm component that allows for a rapid rate of fire by resetting the trigger mechanism as soon as the hammer is released. It is not considered a machine gun because it requires a distinct trigger pull for every shot fired, unlike automatic fire which is sustained by a single pull.

Which firearms were tested for Forced Reset Trigger compatibility in Micah Mayfield's video?

Micah Mayfield tested the Q Boombox, Daniel Defense PCC, PWS Piston Gun, LaRue AR-15, PSA Jakl, Sig Rattler LT, DPMS Kitty Kat, LMT MARS-H, and the Genesis Arms Gen 12 shotgun with Forced Reset Triggers.

What factors determine if a firearm is compatible with a Forced Reset Trigger?

Compatibility with a Forced Reset Trigger is primarily determined by the firearm's Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) geometry and its interaction with the FRT's trip mechanism. Lower receiver pin spacing and the overall action type, such as direct impingement versus piston systems, also play a crucial role.

Did all firearms tested work with a Forced Reset Trigger?

No, not all firearms were compatible. The PWS Piston Gun failed due to the piston system not tripping the sear correctly. The PSA Jakl and LMT MARS-H also failed due to BCG geometry and proprietary pin spacing, respectively. The Genesis Arms Gen 12 shotgun failed because its carrier sat too high to actuate the trigger's trip bar.

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